That night is cold. The moon shines brightly in the starless black sky. Silence blanket in the city. The lights of the house and the road accompany the moon illuminating the earth, replacing the invisible stars. People walk around, either take a walk or go home after a tiring job. Looking for the warmth of a home that is missed all day long.
In a modest two-story house, in a small messy room, the figure of a young girl wearing a red nightgown lay on bed with, watching her mobile screen. A photo of five teenagers with happy smiles is the focus of her attention. The girl's brown eyes stared at each of the teenage figures in the photo.
A young man with a long nose and curly black hair laughed broadly with his right hand embracing the shoulders of an orange haired girl. The beautiful girl had a broad smile and made a bunny ear shape over the head of a young man with short green hair. The young man grinned and stared intently at a blond young man with curly eyebrows who stared back at him, but a broad smile could be seen beautifully painted on his handsome face. In front of the four people was a short black haired girl who grinned broadly with a stuffed deer. All five seem to be at a festival.
Her eyes are glazed, her lips trembled. The sound of small sobs coming from the red lips of the girl. She placed the cellphone next to her harshly, unable to see the hurtful photo. With a blurry look, she caught the figure of a deer doll from the photo. Her hands reached out quickly and hugged the little doll, her cries getting stronger, but could not be heard from behind the sea of soft brown fur.
"Oh Chopper ... what should I do ..."
Her fingers gently stroked the doll, trying to hold back the memory of how she got her favorite doll. About how Ussop won it from the festival when he saw her being gloomy. About Sanji who was jealous and ended in a fight between him and Zorro. About Nami, who got angry and raised their debts on her. About how Luffy who laughed happily seeing their behavior...
Her tears subsided, but her gaze was blank. Her hug on the doll tightened, as if afraid of losing again. She was immersed in a sea of memories, reminiscing about happy memories that now felt bitter.
Her thought was shattered when her cellphone rang. Wondering, don't know who would contact her at night. In the past, when her cellphone rang, Luffy would eagerly pick it up, no matter who it was, and reply to them with a shrill voice. But now, just raising her hand she was tired. With a wry look, she turned around, pretending like there was no disturbing sound. Time passed, but the annoying noise never stopped. With a hot heart, she picks it up.
"Hello!"
"Such impoliteness. Is this how you usually pick up the phone? "
A deep voice answered her, making Luffy's little body trembled, "A-ah, Traffy, sorry. I thought you're someone else. "
A sigh sounded from the other end, making Luffy's chubby cheeks flushed slightly, "How many times have I told you, my name is Trafalgar. If it's hard, just call me Law. "
"But I prefer Traffy, and Law sounds boring. Shishishi. "
A smile broke out on her sweet face. Although they had not known each other for a long time, she felt comfortable with the young man of German descent. Many say that the student council president is a serious and cold person, sometimes even sadistic. But she now knew all that was nothing but misunderstandings and rumors, even though Law seemed to like it very much.
"Ah never mind. I will never be able to change your mind, huh? "
"Sorry, but you can't. Shishishi. "
Even though it was just a conversation on the phone, it was enough to help her divert her mind. If not, maybe tonight she won't be able to sleep again.
"Speaking of which, what's up Traffy? It's unusual for you. "
"Hn, there's actually something I want to ask you."
"What is it? When it comes to assignments, sorry, but I can't help. "
"No, no. I know that too. No, I want to ask you about your father. "
Luffy's sullen expression when she heard Law's answer disappeared when she heard his last statement, "Papa? What's wrong with Papa? "
"Nothing, I just want to be sure of something. Is your father named Dragon? "
"Uhm, yes, why? Is there something wrong?" Luffy increasingly confused about Law's question.
"I see ... no,there is nothing wrong, but it seems like I know why Doflamingo is after you."
Luffy looked at her cellphone, confused. Honestly, from the beginning she was confused why Law said that their headmaster was the mastermind of the problems she faced at school. "Wh-why?"
A breath could be heard from the other end, before Law's deep voice was heard again, "Doflamingo used to be one of the most famous businessmen in the world, and Dragon was his former secretary. However, a few years ago, Dragon exposed to the public all of Doflamingo's crimes. Black markets, illegal experiments, slave markets, illegal bars and discos, and much more. He even revealed the sexual violence that his former boss had committed to female employees and teenagers. In a way, your father was the reason why the Doflamingo Empire could be destroyed. Not only him, but also many businesspersons, State officials, and other famous people whose dark side exposed by your father. "
"But ... Papa is just an ordinary businessman now ..." her voice was soft, barely audible even by herself.
"Of course, but he is also a reliable journalist, who is always eyeing for news about corruption and such. He may just be a businessperson in the news field now, but he is famous for his news that is never wrong. Your father is bad news for many people, but it cannot be denied that his actions have helped the world a lot. "
Luffy continued to listen carefully, even though her heart was beating fast. Understand what Law means.
Another deep breath was heard, "Your father made so many enemies, it is quite possible one day someone will take revenge. Doflamingo was appointed headmaster of the school this year, replacing Mr. Edward who suffered heart complications, right after you won the inter-school Olympic competition. Isn't that strange? Why does it have to be principal of some school, when he still has business everywhere that even Dragon can't touch? Why him, when we still have competent teachers who can replace Mr. Edward? There was a possibility that he was playing something behind the scenes, with the aim of destroying Dragon's greatest weakness. You."
Luffy's heart sank. She guessed right. She was always aware of the impact of her Papa's actions. Her father always asked her to be vigilant, always take care of her and teach her many things including martial arts so that she could take care of herself. He even left his only daughter with his father who was unsuitable in looking after and caring for children, only for the safety of his little princess.
"But why only now?" her voice was soft.
"Good question. However, in my opinion he is utilizing your nature. "
Luffy's eyebrows rose, not understanding the meaning of the other person, "What do you mean?"
"During the past year, how many people have you helped, and how many people have you made angry?"
Her eyebrows clenched together, thinking of Law's question.
She recalled everything she had done last year, and the enemies she had made during the year; Alvida, the girl who is obsessed with beauty, often abuses people who are weaker than her. Mr. Morgan, a former basketball coach who was very hard and often hurt his students, including his own biological son. Buggy, a big-nosed teen who often bullied the school guard and old people. Kuro, a former class vice president who is crazy about money and often harassed Ussop. Don Krieg, a senior who always annoys Sanji and causes trouble at school with his stronger-than-anyone-else attitude. Along with many more people who he believes hold grudges with him.
Her throat felt dry when she spoke again, "Too many to count. Why?"
"Now imagine what if Doflamingo comes to them and gives them a chance to get revenge on you."
Luffy could see it clearly in her mind, how their expressions slowly turned cynical and cruel when they received such news from Doflamingo. "Ah…"
"They certainly took advantage of the opportunity well. Just wait for you to be gone, so bad rumors will easily circulate, especially if you are hard to contacted at the time."
"But why-"
"Even homers sometimes nod. Remember, just because of one mistake, all goodness can be forgotten in the blink of an eye. Your friends might love you, and respect you very much, but everything has its downside. Circumstances where you cannot be contacted for confirmation can be a very powerful weapon for them. Moreover, I'm sure there is something that makes it very easy for them to believe everything. "
Luffy fell silent. She was well aware that her friends loved her very much, also about their problems they were facing lately. She understood what Law meant, but that didn't mean it pleased her.
"But others also believe easily, even though I've helped them a lot ..."
"Luffy-ya, remember, they don't know you. Besides, they are jealous of you. A smart girl who is athletic and always happy, plus you're sweet and kind. In the eyes of many people, you are perfect. Anyone will surely swallow all the lies and bad things about you if it will destroy you and your reputation. "
Her cheeks flushed, and her hands shook violently. Luffy touched her chest that was beating fast. Somehow, his praise made her happy. A small smile adorned her sweet face. Even though he only said it to state an important point.
"Ah! It is already very late, I had to go to sleep immediately, otherwise Cora-san would nag me again. Let's end this call, tomorrow meet me at the usual place. Good night Luffy-ya. "
"Good night Traffy. have a sweet dream ... "Luffy replied, with the last part whispered. Her cheeks are red just because she says that, even though she believes the other teen can't hear her.
"… you too." Reply that deep voice before replaced by the voice of the call ended.
The blush on the chubby cheeks of the girl expanded. Her round face now looked like a ripe tomato. Her brown eyes stared in shock at the screen of her cellphone, which still displayed the words 'Traffy' against the handsome face of the owner of the number. She tossed the cellphone into a stack of pillows on her bed, and thrown herself into the wall, while covering her red face with Chopper's hairy body.
That night Luffy slept with a smile for the first time after a long time immersed in a nightmare.
Author's note:
Please tell me if there is any mistakes.